The Home Health Care Agencies of Saint Barnabas Health Care System are committed to promoting the good health of the communities we serve. We offer speakers at no charge for groups large and small. Varieties of screenings are also available, and can be scheduled to coincide with the speaker, or on a regular basis. For information, please call our office: 973-322-0332

Available topics:

Home Safety
Learn how to avoid falls and accidents in the home. Our home physical therapist reviews ways to give your home a "safety check up." (30 minutes)

What is Homecare?
Our experienced visiting nurse explains the ins and outs of services in the home. Medicare coverage, Managed Care, and Private care options are put in plain language. Care management services available through the homecare agency are explained (30 minutes plus Question and Answers)

Exercise and Fitness for Seniors
Our Physical Therapist talks to your group about the rationale for exercise as we get older. Simple suggestions for building exercise into your lifestyle are discussed, along with safety. (30 minutes plus questions and answers)

Nutrition for Seniors
Diet adjustments are important as our bodies change with age. Learn the importance of the different food groups and how our bodies use nutrients from our Registered Dietician. (20 minutes plus questions and Answers)

Advanced Directives
The importance of advanced directives and the types of advanced directives are explained. Decision making when formulating an advanced directive is discussed. Presented by our Medical Social Worker. (20 minutes)

Meditation and Stress Management
Our Medical Social Worker will do a guided meditation with your group and discuss the ways that stress adversely affects our bodies. Experience the benefits of relaxation first hand. (45 minutes)

Community Resources
When faced with a need for assistance, many of us are overwhelmed and don't know where to look for help. Learn ways to find out about available programs offered by the county and state as well as the federal government. Find out how to discover if you are eligible for services. (20 minutes plus questions and answers.)

Medication Safety
Many medications look alike and sound alike but have very different effects on the body. Learn what questions to ask your pharmacist about your prescriptions and ways to avoid medication errors. Tips to prevent problems with drug interactions. Presented by one of our Registered Nurses. (30 minutes)

Healthy Living Bingo
An interactive game that is fun for all ages. Questions and answers about all areas of good health make learning fun! (30-60 minutes)

Taking Care of the Caregiver
Strategies to alleviate some of the stress and isolation experience by those who care for their loved ones at home. Discussion of resources and community supports, including respite care. (45 minutes)

Physical Changes as We Age
Our bodies and all our senses change as we get older. Many of these changes are so gradual the individual doesn't notice them. Learn ways to spot these gradual, almost imperceptible alterations. Learn about screenings available and safety precautions. (20 minutes)

Winter Weather
Baby it's cold outside! Learn some of the ways to protect yourself in the cold weather. Skin care, respiratory precautions and exercise precautions are all discussed. (20 minutes plus questions and answers)

Summer Safety
It's summertime, and make the living easy by learning how to protect yourself from problems caused by heat and the sun's rays. Presented by one of our Registered Nurses. (20 minutes)